“The nonprofit, founded by televangelist Pat Robertson in 1960, said the cuts are part of a broader realignment intended to streamline operations and steward resources effectively in support of its mission and donor commitments.” - MinistryWatch
Christian Broadcasters Ask Listeners To Tune in to the Fight for AM Radio
“While AM stations remain a smaller but consequential part of America’s radio landscape — the National Association of Broadcasters reports 80 million Americans still listen to AM radio each month on over 4,000 AM stations — AM radio now faces an existential threat: removal from cars.” - C.Leaders
Salem Media sells off CCM stations in $80 million deal
“one of America’s largest Christian media companies, has announced the sale of its remaining Contemporary Christian Music (CCM) stations for $80 million, signaling the end of an era for the broadcaster’s long-running ‘Fish’ brand.” - CPost
Christian Radio Sues Over Disparity in Streaming Costs
“Noncommercial religious broadcasters are now paying rates at a commercial level…They just want to pay a fair rate, the same rate that the secular NPR stations are paying.” - Christianity Today
AM radio supporters urge its preservation as national lifeline
“Car manufacturers had been phasing out AM receivers in electric models….Ford, however, took things a step further by announcing that AM radio wouldn’t be available in its new models, a decision it eventually walked back.” - BPNews
Died: Charles Stanley, In Touch Preacher Who Led with Stubborn Faith
“The longtime pastor and oft-praised preacher, who died on Tuesday at age 90, fought hard to lead in his Southern Baptist congregation, earning him a reputation for faithful obstinacy” - CToday
Russia’s first FM Christian station faces another crisis
“After more than 20 years of operation in Russia, New Life Radio moved to Odessa, Ukraine, several years ago in response to increasingly restrictive Russian laws. With the current threat of Russian military invasion, the station is preparing for another potential move of its headquarters.” - BPNews
Christian radio personality 'Uncle Charlie' dies: 'Knowing Jesus is the most important thing'
“VanderMeer, who hosted the ‘Children’s Bible Hour’ radio ministry for decades, died Friday afternoon, Feb. 22, at his West Michigan home, surrounded by family and friends, according to Keys for Kids Ministries.” - Christian Post